1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ 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, 2008 Toyota FJ 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Intrigue | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
