1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Intrepid | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
