2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
