2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 54 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Silhouette | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
