1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 289 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 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Intrigue | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2695 mm |
