1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 602 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Intrigue | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
