2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 318 | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |