2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner (270 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
