2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
