Chevrolet Alero GM P90 3.4 i V6 (177 Hp)
Chevrolet Alero:
The Oldsmobile Alero is a compact car that was produced by General Motors for its Oldsmobile division. Introduced in 1998 as a 1999 model, the Alero was the replacement for both the Achieva and Cutlass. The Alero was Oldsmobile's last new model nameplate, and — on April 29, 2004 — was also the last Oldsmobile manufactured.
The design of the Alero was originally previewed in 1997 with the Alero Alpha concept car, a V6-powered sport coupe that featured many design elements seen in the production Alero as well as some that were never meant for production. Its appearance was a revival of "coke bottle styling", popular during the 1960s and 1970s....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GM P90 Overview:
Chevrolet Alero (GM P90). With 271 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1485 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (177 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (435 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.2 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Alero |
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| Generation: | GM P90 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.4 i V6 (177 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1999 |
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| End of production: | 2001 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 52.8 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 271 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LA1 |
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| Engine displacement: | 3350 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1485 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 435 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4740 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1780 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1400 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1500 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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