1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Intrigue | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
