1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
Model | Bravada | BLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |