2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FR-V | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
