2002 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Bravada | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 84 L |
