1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Intrigue Impreza
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 196 HP 305 HP
Torque 312 Nm 393 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2624 mm


 

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