2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS-V | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
