2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |