2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Donkervoort D8 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 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2, 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
