2002 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 456 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic 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:
2002 Honda Civic | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |