2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 5 and 2009 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 5 | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |