2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
