2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
