2010 Dacia Sandero vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Sandero | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dacia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sandero | Alto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
