1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
