2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 875 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Envoy | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 2435 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
