2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravada | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3001 mm |
