2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 353 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Alero | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
