2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
