2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 304 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
