2007 Nissan Note vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 291 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.
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 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Note | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
