2006 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3348 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |