2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.

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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Land Rover LR2 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Land Rover Oldsmobile
Model LR2 Bravada
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3192 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm


 

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