2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Intrigue Forester
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3457 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 163 HP
Torque 311 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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