2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | RX-8 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |