1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 463 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Bravada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |