2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |