2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Aeromax. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Aeromax would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aeromax is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (329 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aeromax should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aeromax 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 | 2005 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-8 | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
