2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |