2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 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 3,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 444 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Silhouette | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
