2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
