2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |