2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.

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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Oldsmobile Alero 2010 Buick LaCrosse
Make Oldsmobile Buick
Model Alero LaCrosse
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 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 Length 4750 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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