2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 256 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Silhouette | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 439 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |