2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2004 Oldsmobile Alero and 2004 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac G6 (197 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Alero | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
