2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Reno would be higher. Both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2008 Suzuki Reno are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Reno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
