2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Wrangler | Bravada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |