2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
