2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-150 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
