2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
