2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (171 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
