2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CTS | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
