2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Oldsmobile SsangYong
Model Bravada Musso
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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