1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
