2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 502 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. 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 2012 Ford Escape. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Bravada | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
