2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2003 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. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silhouette | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2707 mm |
