1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
