2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SLK | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
