2005 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |
