2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Silhouette | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |