2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranger | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
