2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
