2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 998 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 893 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Mazda | SSC |
| Model | RX-8 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 416 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
