2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 341 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Intrigue | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
