2005 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica. 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Celica 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
