2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 699 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 192 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
