2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xterra | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
