2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (301 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 678 kg more than 2003 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
