2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 Jensen SV-8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 494 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2004 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SV-8 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
