2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
