2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 546 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Uplander | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
