2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
