2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commercial | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
