2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Note weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note, 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Note |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
