2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Marathon and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Marathon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2734 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1625 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
