2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 536 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Five Hundred | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
