2005 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Bravada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
