2008 Nissan Navara vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 642 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Navara | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Navara | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |