2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Silhouette | Z4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |