2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prelude | Alero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |