2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Primera | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |