2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Ford Oldsmobile
Model Freestyle Bravada
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 4299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 203 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2730 mm


 

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