2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | K2700 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2615 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
