2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
