2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 824 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fusion | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
