2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
