2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | X-Type | Alero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |