2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
