2003 Holden Rodeo vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2003 Holden Rodeo and 2003 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Rodeo (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Rodeo | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rodeo | Alero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |