2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Frontier | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
