2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
