2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 5 and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
