2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626, 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |