2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
