2001 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C5 | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |