2008 Nissan Livina vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina is newer by 9 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Livina | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Livina | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3348 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
