2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1177 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |