2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
