2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Exige | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
