1999 Kia Elan vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, both 1999 Kia Elan 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Elan has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Elan 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 Kia Elan | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Elan | Intrigue |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |