1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Silhouette | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |