2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |