6-speed manual RX-8 VS automatic version
06-28-2008, 11:40 PM
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6-speed manual RX-8 VS automatic version
Hello Forum.
My name is Fernando. I am planning to get a 2004 Mazda RX-8. I’ve been researching a lot about it. I read that the automatic version develops 197 hp while the 6-speed manual 238 hp. I would like to know what the difference in performance between both versions is, is there a huge difference in the 0-60 mph test?
I’m planning to get the automatic version :S.
Thanks a lot!
Fernando
My name is Fernando. I am planning to get a 2004 Mazda RX-8. I’ve been researching a lot about it. I read that the automatic version develops 197 hp while the 6-speed manual 238 hp. I would like to know what the difference in performance between both versions is, is there a huge difference in the 0-60 mph test?
I’m planning to get the automatic version :S.
Thanks a lot!
Fernando
06-28-2008, 11:43 PM
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You need to do more research if you dont know this answer...
lol
theres a BIG difference.
go for an 05 model or up.
youre about to get a bunch of recommendations for a MT...
get ready!
lol
theres a BIG difference.
go for an 05 model or up.
youre about to get a bunch of recommendations for a MT...
get ready!
06-29-2008, 12:43 AM
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Hello Forum.
My name is Fernando. I am planning to get a 2004 Mazda RX-8. I’ve been researching a lot about it. I read that the automatic version develops 197 hp while the 6-speed manual 238 hp. I would like to know what the difference in performance between both versions is, is there a huge difference in the 0-60 mph test?
I’m planning to get the automatic version :S.
Thanks a lot!
Fernando
My name is Fernando. I am planning to get a 2004 Mazda RX-8. I’ve been researching a lot about it. I read that the automatic version develops 197 hp while the 6-speed manual 238 hp. I would like to know what the difference in performance between both versions is, is there a huge difference in the 0-60 mph test?
I’m planning to get the automatic version :S.
Thanks a lot!
Fernando
06-29-2008, 02:10 AM
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Hey thanks… the message was clear, don’t get the ’04 Auto. I’ve just found the “SEARCH” tool haha so I’m finding a bunch of information about the issue. I think I’ll look for the ’06 auto version, much better.
Thanks again and sorry for posting about this “old” topic.
Thanks again and sorry for posting about this “old” topic.
06-29-2008, 06:35 AM
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yeap...
9 out of 10 on the site are pure stick owners...or at least they are the ones that post. A 2006 would do the trick if you need/want an auto. I'm happy with my 07 auto considering it is not a dgs? set up. The auto allows you to hold the rpm range until you want to let it change into a different gear or just toss it into auto mode and be done with it. I like the idea of the 09 model that, when in auto mode, you can still down shift one gear if desired (at least I think that is the set up).
Too bad the padel shifters turn with the wheel though but that is not a big issue considering it is not a dgs design.
Just give yourself some time in the manual to be really sure it is not for you is all I would suggest.
9 out of 10 on the site are pure stick owners...or at least they are the ones that post. A 2006 would do the trick if you need/want an auto. I'm happy with my 07 auto considering it is not a dgs? set up. The auto allows you to hold the rpm range until you want to let it change into a different gear or just toss it into auto mode and be done with it. I like the idea of the 09 model that, when in auto mode, you can still down shift one gear if desired (at least I think that is the set up).
Too bad the padel shifters turn with the wheel though but that is not a big issue considering it is not a dgs design.
Just give yourself some time in the manual to be really sure it is not for you is all I would suggest.
06-29-2008, 07:24 AM
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still not as good as a 04 MT.
06-29-2008, 11:18 AM
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Drive it like u stole it!
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just watch this....http://youtube.com/watch?v=tNjOG5fRSd0
and from a stop it would be a huge difference.....
and from a stop it would be a huge difference.....
06-29-2008, 01:30 PM
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Nando, get an MT. I had an AT car before the 8, was somehow unsecure about switching to MT, have NO regrets whatsover. Get an MT...
... or you might end up adding ANOTHER "Anyone done an AT to MT Conversion ?" thread to the forum in a few months.
... or you might end up adding ANOTHER "Anyone done an AT to MT Conversion ?" thread to the forum in a few months.
06-29-2008, 02:56 PM
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They have cars that drives themselves... Not exactly but it can stay at a certain speed without you pressing on the gas. I heard that they're going to release a dash map system. It's supposed to be something like mapquest/good map but on your dashboard. I can't wait!
06-29-2008, 03:13 PM
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they do have cars that sense rain and the wipers turn on automatically like BMW's higher end cars do(i think its a waste of money but whatever...I personally can move a lever up or down to turn them on when i see my windshield getting wet but thats just me maybe some ppl can't)
06-29-2008, 04:03 PM
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they do have cars that sense rain and the wipers turn on automatically like BMW's higher end cars do(i think its a waste of money but whatever...I personally can move a lever up or down to turn them on when i see my windshield getting wet but thats just me maybe some ppl can't)