2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 852 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Navara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |