2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 208 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
Model | Silhouette | XF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2908 mm |