2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Armada | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2489 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |