2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 96 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Bravada | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
