2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silhouette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
