2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viano | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
