2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Alero | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
