2013 Mazda SPEED3 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, both 2013 Mazda SPEED3 and 2013 Nissan ALTIMA were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Mazda SPEED3 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | SPEED3 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |