2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Life | Alto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |