2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Silhouette | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 436 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |