2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 995 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Silhouette | Covie |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
