2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Marathon and 2005 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Marathon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1328 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1025 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
