2007 Audi S3 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 9 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, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S3 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
