2007 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A3 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
