2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
