2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |