2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-8 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |