1996 Nissan President vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | President | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 394 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |