2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
