2000 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Alero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
