2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 161 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
