2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX-9 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
