2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1201 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 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
