2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK8 and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 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 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XK8 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |