1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Intrigue | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
