2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 320 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
