2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
