2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Toyota Echo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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 (222 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Echo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |