2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 416 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 1995 Subaru Impreza
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Intrigue Impreza
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3457 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1144 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2530 mm


 

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