2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Venture |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |