2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Intrigue | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |