2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 73 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
