2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
