1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Intrigue | Polo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
