2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |