2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1349 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 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Land Rover |
| Model | Alero | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
