1999 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Oldsmobile Alero | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Alero | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |