2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
