2002 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2002 BMW 318 and 2002 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 318 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |