2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa 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 136 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 931 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Silhouette | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 34 L |
