2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |