2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Honda Ridgeline and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |