2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
