2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 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 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | RX-8 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |