2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
