1997 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, both 1997 Mercedes-Benz S and 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 266 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz S | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | S | Intrigue |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |