2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tipper | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
