2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (211 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
