2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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 Nissan Murano. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Bravada | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
