1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Bravada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
