2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
