2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |
