1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Intrigue | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
