2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 525 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.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Jaguar XF 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. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | RX-8 | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
