2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 812 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |