2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
