2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Alero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
