2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
