1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Intrigue | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
