2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 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 35 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Silhouette | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
