2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
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 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i10 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
