2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 533 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Alto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |