2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |
