1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Silhouette | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
