2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 412 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (271 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Alero | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
