2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Reno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
