2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard

To start off, both 2003 Oldsmobile Alero and 2003 Isuzu Wizard were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard 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 Isuzu Wizard 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 Isuzu Wizard (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Oldsmobile Alero 2003 Isuzu Wizard
Make Oldsmobile Isuzu
Model Alero Wizard
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm


 

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