2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Bravada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |