2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Alero | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3400 mm |