2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escalade | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
