1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pickup | AZ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
