2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |