2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lumina | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1791 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
