2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 181 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Alero | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
