2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Lexus CT | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
Model | Silhouette | CT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |