2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 588 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Guara | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
