2009 Ford Edge vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 943 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Edge | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
