2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 789 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
| Model | Silhouette | Juara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
