2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 434 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Frontier | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
