2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
