1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue

To start off, both 1999 Jeep Wrangler and 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1999 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jeep Wrangler 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Make Jeep Oldsmobile
Model Wrangler Intrigue
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3960 cc 3473 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 184 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2950 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.6 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 64 L


 

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