1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (196 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Intrigue | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
