2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |