2004 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, both 2004 BMW M3 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 BMW M3 (317 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M3 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
