2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
