2010 Nissan Titan vs. 2011 Mazda 6

To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.

Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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 2010 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan Titan 2011 Mazda 6
Make Nissan Mazda
Model Titan 6
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5598 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 313 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1839 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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