1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 Subaru HM-01. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Intrigue | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
