1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 8 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, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2005 Acura CL | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
Model | Intrigue | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |