2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
