2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Silhouette | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |