2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
