2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
