2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
