2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
