2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane 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 72 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 91 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
