The Oldsmobile Bravada, produced from 1991 to 2004, was the brand's only SUV and a pioneer in GM's luxury SUV lineup, preceding models like the GMC Yukon Denali and Cadillac Escalade.
From 2002 to 2004, the Bravada featured a 4.2L VORTEC 4200 inline-six engine, delivering between 270 and 275 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque.
This engine utilized dual overhead cams (DOHC) and variable valve timing for improved performance.
Paired with an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission and available in all-wheel drive (AWD), it offered a refined powertrain for its class.
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Third Generation: 2002-2004
The 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, built on the GMT360 platform, introduced a 4.2L Vortec 4200 inline-six engine producing 270-275 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, marking the first use of an inline-six in an Oldsmobile since 1976.
It featured a standard rear-wheel-drive layout with optional all-wheel drive and paired exclusively with a 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with overdrive.
A distinctive innovation for this generation was the integration of variable valve timing into the Vortec 4200 engine, enhancing efficiency and performance.
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
The 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a VORTEC 4200 SFI engine, producing a consistent output of 275 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque across both 2WD and AWD configurations.
It features a 4-speed automatic transmission that is electronically controlled with overdrive.
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base SUV |
I6 | VORTEC 4200 SFI | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD | RWD |
275 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
| Base SUV |
I6 | VORTEC 4200 SFI | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD | AWD |
275 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
The 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a VORTEC 4200 SFI engine, producing a consistent output of 275 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque across both 2WD and AWD configurations.
It features a 4-speed automatic transmission that is electronically controlled with overdrive.
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base SUV |
I6 | VORTEC 4200 SFI | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD | RWD |
275 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
| Base SUV |
I6 | VORTEC 4200 SFI | 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD | AWD |
275 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
The 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a 4.2L (256) DOHC SFI 24-valve Vortec 4200 engine, producing a consistent output of 270 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque, regardless of drivetrain configuration.
This engine is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and is available in both 2WD and AWD configurations.
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base SUV |
4.2L | I6 | (256) DOHC SFI 24-VALVE VORTEC 4200 W/VARIABLE VALVE TIMING | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | RWD |
270 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
| Base SUV |
4.2L | I6 | (256) DOHC SFI 24-VALVE VORTEC 4200 W/VARIABLE VALVE TIMING | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
270 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
275 ft-lbs @ 3,600 rpm |
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