2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LS | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
