1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 112 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Silhouette | Nitro |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2764 mm |