2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Intrigue | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
