2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |