2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
