2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
