2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 377 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Almera | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
