2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1355 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (559 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (230 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 559 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |