Dodge Stratus vs Mazda RX-8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Mazda RX-8
Overview
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SXT | Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,825 (best) | $26,795 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal | 16.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 212 hp (best) |
| Torque | 167 lb-ft (best) | 159 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 1.3 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | rotary 0 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft (best) | 7.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,245 lbs | 3,111 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in (best) | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 191.2 in (best) | 175.6 in |
| Width | 70.6 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 54.9 in (best) | 52.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge StratusSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Stratus | Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SXT $20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $26,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | R/T $23,755 MSRP | Sport $26,795 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Grand Touring $32,260 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Grand Touring $32,960 MSRP |
| 5 | — | R3 $32,290 MSRP |