2006 Audi S6 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.

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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S6 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Audi Oldsmobile
Model S6 Bravada
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 732 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1670 mm


 

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