2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 12 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) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Bravada | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
