2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2003 Mazda RX-8 and 2003 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
