2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ikon | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
