2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
