2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
