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Ford Taurus vs Oldsmobile Alero

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Ford Taurus

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2004 Oldsmobile Alero

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Overview

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
Selected trimSEGX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20192004

Pricing & market

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
MSRP$27,800$18,485 (best)
Lowest listing price$448 (best)—
Median listing price$9,996 (best)—
Highest listing price$14,999 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
Combined MPG21 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)14 gal

Performance

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
Horsepower288 hp (best)140 hp
Torque254 lb-ft (best)150 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2.2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume20.1 cu ft (best)14.6 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,917 lbs2,996 lbs (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)107 in
Length202.9 in (best)186.7 in
Width76.2 in (best)70.1 in
Height60.7 in (best)54.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord TaurusSEOldsmobile AleroGX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)21 (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.

TrimFord TaurusOldsmobile Alero
1

SE

$27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GX

$18,485 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$30,230 MSRP

GX

$18,485 MSRP

3

SEL

$32,080 MSRP

GL1

$20,435 MSRP

4

Limited

$37,310 MSRP

GL1

$20,435 MSRP

5

Limited

$39,160 MSRP

GL2

$21,985 MSRP

6

SHO

$42,975 MSRP

GL2

$21,985 MSRP

7—

GLS

$23,085 MSRP

8—

GLS

$23,335 MSRP

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Ford Taurus vs Oldsmobile Alero FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Taurus 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: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero starts lower at $18,485. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $448.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,485).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall).