2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Pathfinder | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |