2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
