2011 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Titan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2703 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |