2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Patrol | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2789 mm |
