2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 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 Oldsmobile Alero | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Alero | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
