2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 50 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
