2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Livina |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |