1997 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
