2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 and 2006 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 2 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |