2005 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea.
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, 1998 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 2 | Presea |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |