2006 MG ZS vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2006 MG ZS is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 MG ZS.
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, 2006 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZS | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ZS | Alero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
