2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |