2005 Suzuki Alto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Alto and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,423 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 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 Volkswagen Polo (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Alto | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Alto | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 945 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |