2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |