2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
