2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, both 2003 Mazda RX-8 and 2003 Rover City were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | RX-8 | City |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |