2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 92 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |