2009 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | M | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |