1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 237 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Intrigue | Charger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
