2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
