2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 10 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
