2001 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Alero | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |
