2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 759 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Cee'd | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
