2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Holden Caprice 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. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | RX-8 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 262 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |