Maruti Alto vs Strom Motors R3

Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.

The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better.

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost.

A battery warranty is a guarantee offered by the battery manufacturer or seller that the battery will perform as expected for a certain period of time or number of cycles. Battery warranties typically cover defects in materials and workmanship

Small lead-acid batteries are typically used by internal combustion engines for start-up and to power the vehicle's electronics, while lithium-ion battery packs are typically used in electric vehicles.

The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency.

Specifies which wheels are driven by the engine's power, such as front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. It affects how the car handles and also its capabilities.

Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.

The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.

The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces.

Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power.

Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power.

The maximum speed a car can be driven at. It indicates its performance capability.

The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.

Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.

The diameter of the car's wheels, not including the tyres. It affects the car's ride, handling, and appearance.

The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.

Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .

The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a four-wheeler's front wheels. Also known as front track. The relation between the front and rear tread/track numbers decides a cars stability.

The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a fourwheeler's rear wheels. Also known as Rear Track. The relation between the front and rear Tread/Track numbers dictates a cars stability

Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour.

The gross weight of a car is the maximum weight that a car can carry which includes the weight of the car itself, the weight of the passengers, and the weight of any cargo that is being carried. Overloading a car is unsafe as it effects handling and could also damage components like the suspension.

The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car.

The amount of space available in the car's trunk or boot for keeping luggage and other items. It is measured in cubic feet or litres.

The total number of doors in the car, including the boot if it's considered a door. It affects access and convenience.

A feature that allows the driver to open the car's fuel cap cover from inside the car or with a remote. Makes opening the fuel lid convenient.

12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.

A light provided in the rear seating area of the car. It allows passengers to read or see in the dark without disturbing the driver.

Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers.

Unlike fixed headrests, these can be moved up or down to offer the ideal resting position for the occupant's head.

A steering wheel that has many buttons to control various functions of the infotainment system and key car functions like cruise control. This allows the driver to manage these functions without taking their hands off the steering wheel.

Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking.

Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space.

A feature that allows the driver to operate some car functions using voice commands. Make using features easy without distractions.

A port in the car that allows passengers to charge electronic devices like smartphones and tablets via USB cables.

Blinking lights on the car's sides that signal the intention to change lanes. It improves road safety.

Various pre-set modes that adjust the car's performance characteristics to suit different driving conditions. These modes adjust how the car responds to the driver's input.

A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow.

A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates.

Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format.

When the dashboard has two colours of trim it's called a dual tone dashboard.

Power-adjustable exterior rear view mirror is a type of outside rear view mirror that can be adjusted electrically by the driver using a switch or buttons.

Manually adjustable exterior rear view mirrors refer to stick-like controls inside the car that are used to adjust the angle of the exterior rear view mirrors.

Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle.

Windows with a transparent thin film for privacy and to reduce sunlight. Saves the car interiors from direct sunlight. Also reduces glare and improves visibility during the day.

Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks.

A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear.

An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic.

A shiny silver finish on the grille of a vehicle.

Headlights that provide a stronger, more focused beam of light. Provides better light throw and increases visibility at night.

Rails on the top of the car for carrying luggage. Useful if you have less storage inside the car or if you carry a lot of things while travelling.

LED daytime running lights (DRL) are not to be confused with headlights. The intended purpose is to help other road users see your vehicle better while adding to the car's style.

Refers to the use of LED lighting in the taillamps.

The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.

Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.

The diameter of the car's wheels, not including the tyres. It affects the car's ride, handling, and appearance.

Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.

An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury

An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard.

The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side.

Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car.

A warning buzzer that reminds passengers to buckle their seat belts.

Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price.

This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure.

A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine.

Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls.

A system that adjusts the brake force applied to each wheel to optimize braking performance.

Improves the car's stability by detecting and reducing loss of grip.

A camera at the rear of the car to help with parking safely.

A system that warns the driver when the car exceeds a certain speed limit. Promotes safety by giving alerts.

These mechanisms tighten up the seatbelts, or reduces their force till a certain threshold, so as to hold the occupants in place during sudden acceleration or braking.

A feature that helps prevent a car from rolling backward on a hill.