2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 79 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4501 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
