1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A4 | Bravada |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |