2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
