2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 609 kg more than 2004 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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
