2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
