2002 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 656 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 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Altima | Alto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
