2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |