2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trans Sport | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
