2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
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, 2011 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Tiida |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |