2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
