2000 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
