2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Expedition 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Make Ford Oldsmobile
Model Expedition Intrigue
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 3455 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 76 L