2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
