2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |