2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 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 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C6 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
