2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 429 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
