2009 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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, 2009 Audi A6 (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
