2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto

To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 758 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.

Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan Altima 2005 Suzuki Alto
Make Nissan Suzuki
Model Altima Alto
Year Released 2010 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4595 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1796 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2675 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L


 

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