2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravada | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
