1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Intrepid | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
