2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1422 kg |
| 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 |
