2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tipper | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1306 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
