2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
