2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 772 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
