2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3. 2004 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
