2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 849 kg more than 2009 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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
