1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 31 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Intrigue | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
