2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 305 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 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 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 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Alero | 528 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
