2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C3 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
