1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 14 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silhouette | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2707 mm |
