2005 Toyota Solara vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Solara 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 755 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 Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Solara | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Solara | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |