2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sportage | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
