2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 228 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Explorer | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |
