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Nissan Maxima vs Oldsmobile Intrigue

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2023 Nissan Maxima

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2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue

Overview

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
Selected trim3.5 SVGX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20232002

Pricing & market

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
MSRP$38,340$23,160 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,789 (best)
Median listing price$21,511 (best)
Highest listing price$34,999 (best)
For sale now7 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank18 gal (best)17 gal

Performance

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
Horsepower300 hp (best)215 hp
Torque261 lb-ft (best)230 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft16.4 cu ft (best)
Payload1,073 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,609 lbs3,434 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase109.3 in (best)109 in
Length192.8 in195.9 in (best)
Width73.2 in73.6 in (best)
Height56.5 in56.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan Maxima3.5 SVOldsmobile IntrigueGX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimNissan MaximaOldsmobile Intrigue
1

3.5 SV

$38,340 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GX

$23,160 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

3.5 SR

$43,500 MSRP

GL

$24,580 MSRP

3

3.5 Platinum

$44,450 MSRP

GLS

$28,070 MSRP

Live inventory

Nissan Maxima vs Oldsmobile Intrigue FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Nissan Maxima vs 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue starts lower at $23,160. Live Nissan Maxima listings start at $14,789.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,160).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Nissan Maxima or 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Nissan Maxima vs 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Maxima (5/5 NHTSA overall).