2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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 Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B2500 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
