2005 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 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 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Bravada | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |