2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
