1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 14 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 82 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Intrigue | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
