2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
