2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Silhouette | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
