2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 538 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Alero | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
