1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 13 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 444 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Silhouette | Cube |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |