Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]

CarWale brings you comparison of Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]. The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 price is Rs. 3.99 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003] price is Rs. 2.01 Lakh. The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available in 998 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG. Alto K10 provides the mileage of 24.39 kmpl.

Alto K10 vs Zen [1996-2003] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Alto K10	Zen [1996-2003]
Price	Rs. 3.99 Lakh	Rs. 2.01 Lakh
Engine Capacity	998 cc	-
Power	66 bhp	-
Transmission	Manual	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	-

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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Std (O)

Rs. 3.99 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]

AT BS-II

Rs. 2.01 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Std (O)

Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]

AT BS-II

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

City Mileage (As tested by CarWale) (kmpl)	10.62
Highway Mileage (As tested by CarWale) (kmpl)	21.8
Engine	998 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Engine Type	K10C
Fuel Type	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	66 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	89 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	24.39View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	659
Drivetrain	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Features

Safety
Braking & Traction
Locks & Security
Comfort & Convenience

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black and Beige
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Storage
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Lighting
Instrumentation
Entertainment, Information & Communication
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Metallic Speedy Blue
	Metallic Granite Grey
	Metallic Sizzling Red
	Premium Earth Gold
	Metallic Silky Silver
	Solid White

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Zen [1996-2003] comparison with similar cars

Alto K10 vs Zen [1996-2003] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]?

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 price is Rs. 3.99 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003] price is Rs. 2.01 Lakh. Hence Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Maruti Suzuki Zen [1996-2003]

Length (mm)	3530
Width (mm)	1490
Height (mm)	1520
Wheelbase (mm)	2380

Doors (Doors)	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	214
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	27

Front Suspension	Mac Pherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	4.5
Steering Type	Manual
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel
Front Tyres	145 / 80 R13
Rear Tyres	145 / 80 R13

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Seat Belt Warning

Air Purifier
Parking Sensors	Rear
12V Power Outlets	1

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

ORVM Colour	Black
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable
Exterior Door Handles	Black
Interior Door Handles	Black
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Key

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000

Engine Immobiliser
Child Safety Lock

Headlights	Halogen
Taillights	Halogen
Cabin Lamps	Front

Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	2 Trips
Tachometer	Digital