2008 Kia Carens vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 9 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carens | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
