2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5551 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
