2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 2 | X90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
