2009 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 320 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
