2009 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rio | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
