Maruti Alto vs Maruti Super Carry

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.

Valve configuration refers to the number and arrangement of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder.

Responsible for delivering fuel from the fuel tank into your internal combustion engine (ICE). More sophisticated systems give you better mileage.

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

A mild hybrid car, also known as a micro hybrid or light hybrid, is a type of internal combustion-engined car that uses a small amount of electric energy for assist.

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.

Specifies the type of mechanism used to turn the car's wheels, such as rack and pinion or recirculating ball. Affects the feel of the steering.

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

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

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

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 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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