2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ram | Bravada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |