2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Xterra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
