2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJ | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
