2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BLS | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3455 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1560 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
