2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |