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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 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 796 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 (334 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 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 | 3278 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
