2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pajero | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |