2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
