2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Prix | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
