2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |