2005 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Alero | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Alero | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
