2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 661 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Liberty | Alero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
