2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |