2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Defender | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
