2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
