2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Navara | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Navara | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |