2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Carol | NP300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |