2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Bravada | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
