2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 172 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Silhouette | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2875 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 | 76 L |
