2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
