2008 Mazda Rustler vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Rustler and 2008 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc, 2008 Mazda Rustler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Rustler. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Rustler | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Rustler | Note |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1239 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
