1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Alto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
