1999 Toyota Venture vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Venture | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Venture | Alto |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |