2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | RX-8 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
