2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 330 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
