Acura RL vs Oldsmobile Alero
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Oldsmobile Alero
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | GX |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $18,485 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 14 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 140 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 2,996 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 107 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 186.7 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 54.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Oldsmobile AleroGX |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GX $18,485 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | GX $18,485 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | GL1 $20,435 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | GL1 $20,435 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GL2 $21,985 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GL2 $21,985 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GLS $23,085 MSRP |
| 8 | — | GLS $23,335 MSRP |
Acura RL vs Oldsmobile Alero FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2004 Oldsmobile Alero on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero starts lower at $18,485.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,485).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
- The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).