2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 2 | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |