2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | SSR | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |