2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 744 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Navara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |