2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 415 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 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
