2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Primera 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Nissan Oldsmobile
Model Primera Bravada
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 76 L


 

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