2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
