2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 493 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 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Expedition | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Expedition | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 41 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 35 L |