2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 732 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
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2012 Subaru Outback | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Outback | Alto |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 885 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |