1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 347 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 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Intrigue | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 284 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2868 mm |
