2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | Alto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
