2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
