2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Alero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
