2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 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 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
