2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 201 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Espace 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 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Intrigue | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
