2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
