2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 194 kg more than 1997 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestar | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |
