2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 216 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |