2009 Suzuki Alto vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki Alto and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 561 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Alto | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Alto | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |