1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Intrigue | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
