2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (297 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Malibu | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
