2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-8 | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
