2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. (259 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda SPEED3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Frontier | SPEED3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
