2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 5 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 5 | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |