2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 529 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 Suzuki Alto (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 307 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
