2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300, 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
