2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
