2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 537 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |
