2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 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), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |