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 238 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 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 1024 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.
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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
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 | 1399 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2184 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 | 4.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
