2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | RX-8 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
