2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Focus | Alero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |