2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Intrigue | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
| 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 | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
