2002 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Bravada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
