2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Demio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
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, 2003 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Demio | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
