2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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 Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
