2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CR-V | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
