2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 551 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 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 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:

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2005 Suzuki Alto
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Cavalier Alto
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 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
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1191 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 45 L


 

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