2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Intrigue | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 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 |
