2005 Holden UTE vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE.
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 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden UTE | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | UTE | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |