1989 Suzuki Alto vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Alto | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Alto | X3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2810 mm |
