2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
