2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
