1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 97 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Silhouette | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
