2002 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 560 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bravada | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
