2005 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 344 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 2011 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Alero | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Alero | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
