1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Intrigue Land Cruiser
Year Released 1997 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2370 mm


 

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