1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Alero | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
