2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |