1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Intrigue | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
