2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda 2 2003 Nissan Pickup
Make Mazda Nissan
Model 2 Pickup
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2960 mm


 

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