2006 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 856 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
