2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Silhouette | V40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |