2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (116 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | Silhouette | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |