2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X-Trail | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
