2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |