2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silhouette | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
