2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
