2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. 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 121 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Silhouette | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |