2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback 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 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Intrigue | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
