1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Silhouette | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
