2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 556 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Hyundai Coupe 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Hyundai Oldsmobile
Model Coupe Silhouette
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 185 HP
Torque 143 Nm 285 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1791 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3050 mm


 

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