2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondeo | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
