2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 307 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
