2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondeo | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
