2012 Nissan NV vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2012 Nissan NV and 2012 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1408 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan NV | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | NV | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2156 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |