2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 488 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Silhouette | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
