2002 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Volvo C70.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
