2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 930 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
