1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Aerio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |