2003 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
