2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 664 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |
