2012 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Xterra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
