2002 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | VehiCross | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
