2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 556 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 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lincoln |
| Model | Alero | MKS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
