2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Intrigue | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
