2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Xterra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
