2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 589 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
