2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
