2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2110 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda AZ has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda AZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | AZ | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3302 mm |
