1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
Model | Silhouette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |