2007 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2007 Kia Spectra and 2007 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 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 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Spectra | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
