2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Silhouette | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |