1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 213 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Intrigue | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
