2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 120 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
