2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cooper | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |