1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Bravada | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
