2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero

To start off, both 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 358 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.

Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
Make Morgan Oldsmobile
Model Aero 8 Alero
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 438 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1002 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2720 mm


 

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