2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 714 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus X | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 264 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
