2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion 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 56 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Allion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
