2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 Oldsmobile Alero and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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.
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2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Alero | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |