2003 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MPV would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
