2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 632 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Quest |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |