2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Navara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2488 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |