2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 2 and 2009 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 375 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 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2, 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda 2 2009 Nissan NP300
Make Mazda Nissan
Model 2 NP300
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 99 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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