2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Wagon R+ | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
