2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
