2006 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 525 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
