2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Washu | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
