2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Canyon | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
