2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 588 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 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Alero | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
