Nissan Altima vs. Mazda 626
When comparing the Nissan Altima's and the Mazda 626's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Altima has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mazda 626 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Altima's and the Mazda 626's specifications and ratings, the Mazda 626 is a better car than the Nissan Altima.
Nissan Altima vs. Mazda 626 Pricing
A used 2002 Nissan Altima ranges from $1,924 to $7,939 while a used 2002 Mazda 626 is priced between $1,895 to $5,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Nissan Altima’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Mazda 626 base engine makes 125 horsepower. The Altima is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. The 626 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the Mazda 626 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Altima the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Nissan Altima has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1924 - 7939
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.488815
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1895 - 5995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Nissan Altima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.304271 / 10
Reliability:
8.212815 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda 626 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Altima Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Mazda 626 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan Altima Trim Levels
2.5, 2.5 S, 2.5 SL, 3.5 SE
Mazda 626 Trim Levels
ES V6, LX, LX V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
125 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2983 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2864 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R15