2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sedona | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
