2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Titan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |