2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 749 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Expedition | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |