2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 71 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silhouette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1720 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 |
