2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (381 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
