2004 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Safari | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |