2006 Acura RL vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 7 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. Both 2006 Acura RL and 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue are equipped with a 3,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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 RL (347 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RL | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
