2002 Nissan Laurel vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 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 59 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Laurel | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Laurel | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
