2005 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Aerio and 2005 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2005 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (204 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Aerio | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aerio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
