1998 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravada | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
