2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
