2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Chrysler Oldsmobile
Model Town & Country Bravada
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 275 HP
Torque 320 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 83 L


 

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