2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X5 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |