2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 Mazda RX-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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-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 399 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Mazda RX-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 Mazda RX-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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-8 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
