2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Familia | Bravada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |