2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2002 Mazda Demio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 1,327 cc, 2001 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Covie (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Demio weights approximately 216 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
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, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Demio | Covie |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
