2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
