2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300

To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda RX-8 2005 Mazda B2300
Make Mazda Mazda
Model RX-8 B2300
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1308 cc 2262 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 209 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 62 L