2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | RX-8 | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
