2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 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. Both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 2,486 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2486 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |