2005 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Aerio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |