1996 Honda Today vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 268 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Today | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |