2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FPV BF GT | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
