2006 Mini One vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | One | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
