2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Renault |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |
