2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 6 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | RX-8 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
