2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 479 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
