2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cee'd | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
