2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Intrigue | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
