2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 6 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Alero | CSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
