2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Caprice (278 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Caprice 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, 2006 Holden Caprice (350 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | RX-8 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
