2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Excursion | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |