2005 Honda Mobilio 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 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Mobilio | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |