2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora 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 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | RX-8 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |