2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sonata | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
