Performance of automatic versus manual Rx-8.
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Performance of automatic versus manual Rx-8.
Hi guys,
thanks for checking this thread out. I'm trying to narrow down the choices for what type of rx-8 I want to buy. It would be
ideal for me to purchase an automatic Rx-8 so that my fiancee can also drive the vehicle once in a while.
I'm not going to be taking the car to the track or anything like that but if the performance is severely affected by the auto transmission
then i'm not even going to bother considering it.
So i'm just wondering:
What are the performance figures between the auto and manual.
Are there any significant disadvantages to an auto versus the manual.
Are there any significant advantages to the auto versus the manual.
Thanks guys,
really appreciate all the help.
thanks for checking this thread out. I'm trying to narrow down the choices for what type of rx-8 I want to buy. It would be
ideal for me to purchase an automatic Rx-8 so that my fiancee can also drive the vehicle once in a while.
I'm not going to be taking the car to the track or anything like that but if the performance is severely affected by the auto transmission
then i'm not even going to bother considering it.
So i'm just wondering:
What are the performance figures between the auto and manual.
Are there any significant disadvantages to an auto versus the manual.
Are there any significant advantages to the auto versus the manual.
Thanks guys,
really appreciate all the help.
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Big performance hit on 04 and 05 autos as they had a weaker engine then the manual, not as much on the 06+ autos as they use the same engine as the manual with a lower redline. Still though, it is more than a second longer 0-60 in the automatic.
Personally, I've spent one week driving a stick (RX-8), and aside from traffic, enjoy it even when making mistakes.
Personally, I've spent one week driving a stick (RX-8), and aside from traffic, enjoy it even when making mistakes.
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I have the A/T because of two back surgeries. Yes there is less hp in the auto and 0-60 are about 1-2 sec slower but mpg are a little more. These are approximates and very with 4spd-auto, 6-spd-auto, 5 or 6 spd stick and years 2004-2008.
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I have driven both, I have owned an AT and now own an MT rx8 (I'm going back to racing)
I will tell you now, the AT tranny, in the long run, without alot of abusive driving, will probably have less problems than the MT tranny, even though it is slower
don't believe me? go to the tech garage, or just type in search "transmission problems" don't deny it people............
I used to get about 250-280 per tank on the AT
the last 4 tanks on my MT was ranging anywhere from 180-212.76
same road, same driver, same driving habit, same shift, everything, the MT just drinks more gas
period
if you just want a daily driver, have occasional fun, or not really into car stuff and just wants a good looking, fun car
just get an AT and make it easier on yourself, if u want more hp and a 6spd, then get 06-07
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part of the beauty of this car is that it makes you feel connected to the road and to the car. An automatic really spoils that connected feeling. If that doesn't bother you, get an automatic.
I'd recommend teaching your girl to drive stick personally, but if you do that she might drive it more then you will.
I'd recommend teaching your girl to drive stick personally, but if you do that she might drive it more then you will.
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Given the choice between engine replacement or transmission replacement, the transmission is the cheaper of the two.
I used to get about 250-280 per tank on the AT
the last 4 tanks on my MT was ranging anywhere from 180-212.76
same road, same driver, same driving habit, same shift, everything, the MT just drinks more gas
the last 4 tanks on my MT was ranging anywhere from 180-212.76
same road, same driver, same driving habit, same shift, everything, the MT just drinks more gas
just get an AT and make it easier on yourself, if u want more hp and a 6spd, then get 06-07
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Are there any major differences b/w transmissions from 2004-2007? Looks like you guys have convinced me to get the manual, I'll just teach her how to drive it
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Transmission is the same in all MT US cars.
As far as reliability, there are 2 main reasons there are fewer people with auto transmission problems: A small fraction of the owners on here have AT's, and AT drivers don't tend to drive as hard as MT drivers.
As far as reliability, there are 2 main reasons there are fewer people with auto transmission problems: A small fraction of the owners on here have AT's, and AT drivers don't tend to drive as hard as MT drivers.
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