2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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.
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2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Bravada | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |