2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
