1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Bravada Legacy
Year Released 1993 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 158 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm


 

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