1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 11 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 597 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Scion |
| Model | Bravada | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
