2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | RX-8 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
