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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.

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 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 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. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 2926 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 76 L


 

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