2004 Honda That vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda That would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That. 2004 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | That | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
