1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Bravada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
