2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Seville | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
