2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
