2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 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 |
