2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 and 2006 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 3 | Aerio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |