2004 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | X-Trail | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
