2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 489 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Land Cruiser | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |