2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 697 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |