2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Exige | Bravada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |