2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2002 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Alero | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
