1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Bravada | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
