2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Silhouette | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
