2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (329 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H3 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 95 L |
