2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2005 Honda FR-V and 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | FR-V | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |