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 SEPTEMBER 04, 2003 
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2004 Mazda RX-8  continued... 4 of 4
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The Competition

Mazda has taken such an unusual approach with the RX-8 that it's difficult to find a direct competitor, but the Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe comes close. The Infiniti's rear seats offer more leg room but considerably less head room. Its chassis delivers more grip with flatter cornering, but the Mazda has the edge in its lighter, more agile handling feel.


2004 Mazda RX-8 2003 Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe
Current list price $26,680 $29,100
Engine side-port 1.3-liter 2-rotor Wankel dohc 3.5-liter V-6
Horsepower 250 bhp @ 8500 rpm 280 bhp @ 6200 rpm
Torque 159 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm 270 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual
0-60 mph 5.9 sec 6.1. sec
Braking 0-60 mph 114 ft 117 ft
Lateral accel (200-ft skidpad) 0.88g 0.92g
Fuel mileage est 18/24 mpg 19/26 mpg
Length 174.2 in. 182.2 in.
Width 69.7 in. 71.5 in.
Height 52.8 in. 54.8 in.
Wheelbase 106.3 in. 112.2 in.
Track, f/r 59.1 in./59.3 in. 60.4 in./60.4 in.
Curb weight 3000 lb 3435 lb
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