2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 180 L |
