2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 687 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Azera | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |