2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,307 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris, 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |