2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allroad | Alero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
