1993 Suzuki Alto vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Alto | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Alto | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2774 mm |
