1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (318 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Catera | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
