2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
