2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
