2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galaxy | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
