2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 5 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Tiida |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |