2006 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 5 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
