2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
