2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 625 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
