2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
