2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 691 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escalade | Bravada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |