1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Bravada | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |