2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1997 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pilot | Alero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
