2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
