2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |