2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
