2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 64 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silhouette | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
