2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
