1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Alero | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3460 mm |
