2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 428 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carnival | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
