2011 Suzuki Splash vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki Splash and 2011 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Splash will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Splash | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Splash | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3715 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
