2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
