1987 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
