2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo C70 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 111 more horse power than 2000 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 596 kg more than 2000 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
