2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
