1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Intrigue | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
