2004 Buick Century vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, both 2004 Buick Century 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Buick Oldsmobile
Model Century Silhouette
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 185 HP
Torque 264 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1791 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 95 L


 

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