2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |