2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 479 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 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
