2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | RL | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
