2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 344 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.

Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda 6 1997 Nissan Rasheen
Make Mazda Nissan
Model 6 Rasheen
Year Released 2007 1997
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 267 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2440 mm


 

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