2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
