2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 70 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 (271 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | Alero | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |