2005 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 830 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
