2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Altima | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |